Canaveral Marshes Conservation Area

Size:

12,644 acres. The southeastern portion of this property is jointly owned with the state of Florida.

Location:

In Brevard County, between State Road (SR) 520 and SR 50.

Description:

This conservation area was acquired to help protect the St. Johns River floodplain. The river elevation drops an average of only one foot per five miles on this property, which includes approximately 20 to 25 miles of river shoreline. The low gradient and large floodplain allow the St. Johns River to function as a water storage area, serving as a natural regulator during high and low water stages. The Tosohatchee State Reserve lies to the south and west. The Florida Trail Association has established hiking trails in the area.

Wildlife viewing:

The marshes provide habitat for a diverse population of fish and wildlife, including numerous migratory and resident wading birds and waterfowl, alligators and many listed species.